Side Bridge (Bent Knee)
A side plank on a straight arm with the top knee drawn forward toward the chest and pushed back, the hips held high.
How to do it
Setup
Side plank on a straight arm, the hand under the shoulder, feet staggered, the top hand on the hip.
Steps
- Draw the top knee forward toward the chest.
- Keep the hips lifted and the supporting arm straight.
- Push the leg back to straight; switch sides after the set.
Common mistakes
Hips dropping as the knee comes in: keep them up in the line. Torso rolling toward the floor: keep the chest facing forward. Supporting elbow bending: lock the arm and push the floor away.
Breathing
Exhale drawing the knee in, inhale extending.
